Irrigation Scheme - The Zimbabwe Independent

Topic : Irrigation Scheme

Of irrigation schemes promises, progress and the funding question

Large-scale irrigation, dam construction and rural infrastructure development were treated as national priorities, not optional expenditure.

By Newsday 3h ago

Of irrigation schemes promises, progress and the funding question

Irrigation rehab to improve livelihoods: Jiri

THE government has embarked on a massive rehabilitation project of 426 irrigation schemes across Zimbabwe aimed at improving livelihoods and uplifting communities, particularly in dry areas.

By Ruth Maseko Jan. 20, 2026

Irrigation rehab to improve livelihoods: Jiri

Farm mechanisation fails to boost irrigation production capacity

ZIMBABWE’s large-scale irrigation schemes remain underutilised, threatening national food security as the country battles the devastating climate change effects.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Sep. 17, 2025

Farm mechanisation fails to boost irrigation production capacity

The success story of Mwenezi villagers fighting hunger, poverty

“ALONE we can do so little; together we can do so much,” Helen Keller an American author, disability rights advocate, political activist and lecturer once said.

By Vanessa Gonye Mar. 22, 2025

The success story of Mwenezi villagers fighting hunger, poverty

Vandalism, theft at Mberengwa irrigation scheme irk benefactor

The armoured cables used for power generation, are connected from a transformer to engines that pump water from the dam for irrigation purposes.

By Silas Nkala Oct. 15, 2024

Vandalism, theft at Mberengwa irrigation scheme irk benefactor

Solar project now lifeline for villagers

Julius Siwadhi, a beneficiary from Masvingo, said he relied on traditional farming methods before he was introduced to the project.

By Brent Shamu Mar. 20, 2024

Solar project now lifeline for villagers

Kezi villagers duped

Silayezelo Moyo told Southern Eye on Sunday that they entered into a contract with Velaphi Mugowera who claimed to come from FAO, with the aim of resuscitating their irrigation scheme.

By Nizbert Moyo Feb. 25, 2024